Mandarin Oriental, Munich has introduced a unique Oktoberfest package, featuring a collaboration with Heimatglück Tracht, renowned for their bespoke Bavarian attire. This partnership allows guests to fully embrace the spirit of the world’s most famous beer festival.
From 21 September to 6 October, Munich’s Theresienwiese will become a lively festival ground for the 189th Oktoberfest, attracting visitors globally with its festive ambiance and enduring traditions.
Immerse in Oktoberfest with Mandarin Oriental
Mandarin Oriental, Munich offers guests an unparalleled Oktoberfest experience, highlighted by a collaboration with Heimatglück Tracht, known for their high-quality Dirndl and Lederhosen. The package includes stylish transfers to Oktoberfest in a vintage bus, complete with beer and pretzels. Upon arrival, guests receive two tickets to one of the Oktoberfest tents, where they can enjoy a traditional Bavarian menu featuring dishes such as roast chicken (Brathähnchen), pretzels (Brezeln), and pork knuckle (Schweinshaxe), all while enjoying the lively tunes of brass bands.
Accommodation options range from 48 elegant rooms to 25 suites, including the impressive 325 sqm Grand Presidential Suite, which occupies half a wing of the hotel’s top floor. The package also includes a daily breakfast at the hotel’s restaurant and a selection of Bavarian delicacies served in-room upon arrival.
Additional exclusive experiences
For those seeking more, Mandarin Oriental, Munich offers additional Oktoberfest experiences, such as the ‘Bavarian Wonders from Above’ luxury scenic flight with Alpenair, providing breath taking views of mountains, lakes, and glaciers. Guests can also participate in a ‘Create your own Bavarian Hat’ workshop with Fatzke, allowing them to customise a Bavarian ‘hut’ with personal touches. The hat is typically ready in 4-6 weeks and can be shipped worldwide.
Special events at the 189th Oktoberfest
The 189th Oktoberfest kicks off on 21 September with the grand entrance of the Oktoberfest hosts, followed by a parade of traditional attire on 22 September, showcasing Bavaria’s rich cultural heritage. Additional highlights include an open-air brass band concert on 29 September, Kids Days on 24 September and 1 October, and a spectacular fireworks display on 6 October to close the festival.